I have to say, I just picked up this brand new Gambler with the Jokers at my local MEUCCI dealer, and I love it. The fit, finish, and playability are excellent. I owned an early 2000s gambler 20+ years ago and it was hot garbage. I think the ferrule lasted a week before cracking after average play. The new MEUCCI team is doing a nice job. I love the feel of the pro shaft. Who else is using one of the new Meucci’s for their playing cue?
Do what you want but there are a LOT of other cues out there that i'd buy before i even thought about a Meucci. Go play with one for sure to see if you like the hit. Matt24 seems to like his, if I WAS to look at one it wouldn't be one of the dolled-up fancy ones. Get a simple butt and the shaft u want. Just my $.02 here, nothing more.